Language and Literacy in the Early Years 0-7 (Fourth Edition)
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- Synopsis
- This fourth edition of a text for childcare students reflects recent changes in the organization and regulation of early years care in the UK, including curriculum frameworks and related training initiatives. The book reviews competing theories of language acquisition and the development of children's verbal thinking, linking theory to practice with suggestions for providing an environment which builds on the strengths of young children. Part 1 describes contemporary approaches to the study of communication and language. An introduction to modern linguistics is followed by chapters on sociolinguistics, early language acquisition, and language and thinking. Part 2 covers literacy, with chapters on narrative and storytelling, the world of literature, and early representation and emerging writing. Boxes highlight exemplary programs, literary forms, specific titles, and examples from the classroom. Final chapters in each section relate the previous material to planning and provision for literacy development. Each individual chapter also includes specific teaching suggestions for the practitioner. The book is illustrated with b&w classroom photos and examples of children's early mark-making, and includes chapter key terms, concepts, and summaries. It also lists key texts, children's literature titles, DVDs, and websites. Whitehead is an independent consultant. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
- Copyright:
- 2010
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 264 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781446243664
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781849200073, 9781446203354, 9781849200080
- Publisher:
- SAGE Press
- Date of Addition:
- 04/26/23
- Copyrighted By:
- Marian Whitehead
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Education, Language Arts
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.